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Universal versus Disney: The Unofficial Guide to American Theme Parks' Greatest Rivalry
by Sam GennaweyUniversal Studios never really wanted to get into the theme park business. They wanted to be the anti-Disney. But when forced to do so, they did it in a big way. Despite the fits and starts of multiple owners, the parks have finally gained the momentum to mount a serious challenge to the Walt Disney Company. How did this happen? Who made it happen? What does this mean for the theme park industry? In Universal Versus Disney, his newest work to investigate the histories of America's favorite theme parks, seasoned Disney-author Sam Gennawey has thoroughly researched how Universal Studios shook up the multi-billion dollar theme park industry, one so long dominated by Walt Disney and his legacy.
The Universe: Discover What Lies Beyond Our Skies (Space Explorers)
by Abigail BeallTake a journey through the solar system and on toward distant clusters of stars with this visually stunning guide to the universe.Beginning with the Big Bang and looking forward to the future of space travel, this book is a fascinating introduction to space for budding stargazers and future astrophysicists. The Universe covers the planets of the solar system, comets, nebulae, the constellations, types of galaxies, space missions, and much more, showcasing amazing astrophotography that brings each topic to life.Beautiful illustrations by artist Dawn Cooper are combined with up-to-date images from NASA and other space agencies to inspire young readers, and info panels, timelines, and diagrams will help demystify the science behind the wonders of space.
University City, Missouri
by John A. WrightIn 1904, from a plot of land that would soon become University City, eccentric publisher Edwin Gardner Lewis shone the beam of what he claimed was the world's largest searchlight over the World's Fair in nearby St. Louis. Several years later, he claimed an even greater possession: a city, created around his publishing complex, complete with his own mayoral office, wide boulevards, and beautiful residences. The story of University City is one of urban wonder: from the city's "Hilltop Neighbor" and namesake, Washington University, to the diversity showcased in today's University City. The historic images in this volume illustrate the area's founding and development, from the largest printing press of the time, capable of producing 300,000 eight-page newspapers an hour, to the lion sculptures at the city's famed "Gates of Opportunity," standing proud as the city's everlasting symbol.
University of Maine Ice Hockey
by Bob BriggsMaine's long winters would seem the ideal place for hockey to develop, but blistering winter conditions, frigid temperatures, and windchill made the sport unpleasant and even dangerous. The problem was not solved until 1976, when Harold Alfond donated a large sum of money for the establishment of a suitable facility for indoor hockey. University of Maine Ice Hockey tells the story of how a small school from Maine with a student body of under 12,000 rose to be one of the top-tier hockey programs in the nation, one of the great success stories in modern collegiate sports.
University of Nebraska-Lincoln (Campus History)
by Chancellor Ronnie Green Kay Logan-PetersEarly in 1869, Nebraska�s legislature convened for the first time in the new capital city of Lincoln. Eager to reap the benefits of the Morrill Act, legislators quickly approved a bill establishing the University of Nebraska. Visionary lawmakers rejected the creation of two universities and determined that the state university and the state agricultural university should �be united as one educational institution.� Thus was born Nebraska�s great land grant and comprehensive research university that serves Nebraskans and the world beyond the state. Pulitzer Prize�winning authors, Olympic athletes, and Nobel Prize�winning scientists have launched their careers at the University of Nebraska�Lincoln, as have world-class artists, entertainers, educators, and business leaders.
University of Nebraska-Omaha Football (Images of Sports)
by Darren IvyFrom its inaugural season in 1911 through its final season in 2011, the University of Nebraska-Omaha football team always faced an uphill struggle in terms of resources. The program reached a pinnacle in 1954 with its lone unbeaten season. Many other teams and individuals also found great success, winning conference titles and bowl games and moving onto professional careers. Just because the school no longer offers football, it does not mean that the thousands of men who played for the Mavericks from 1971 to 2011, the Indians from 1939 to 1971, and the Cardinals and the Maroons before should not be remembered and honored for the years they poured their hearts and souls into the Omaha football program.
University of Wisconsin Basketball (Images of Sports)
by Dave AndersonThe University of Wisconsin owns one of the greatest basketball histories in the United States. That is the bold claim author Dave Anderson makes-and backs up-in this stunning book. With fascinating photographs and compelling research, Anderson reveals the first golden era, 1900-1941, when University of Wisconsin men dominated college basketball. He adds in wonderful Badger women's basketball, an exciting second golden era, historic game programs, the transition from tiny Red Gym to majestic Kohl Center, and more. In the end, after spanning over 100 years of legendary players and coaches from Christian Steinmetz, Emmett Angell, Dr. Walter "Doc" Meanwell, and Albert "Ab" Nicholas up to Michael Finley, Alando Tucker, Jane Albright-Dieterle, Bo Ryan, and more, readers will agree-the University of Wisconsin does own one of the greatest basketball histories there is.
Unknown New York: An Artist Uncovers the City's Hidden Treasures
by Jesse RichardsAn intrepid and gifted artist uncovers and illustrates more than 100 surprising, enchanting, and sometimes downright bizarre nooks and crannies that make New York such a compelling city. It&’s no surprise that New York City is the most visited destination in the U.S., and has proved itself to be an endlessly fascinating exploration ground to visitors and natives alike. Unknown New York walks readers through the vibrant, hidden, and forgotten worlds churning beneath the surface of the city. From the oldest bridge -- a footbridge described as a &“red sidewalk through the sky&” -- to a quirky and little-known Superhero Supply Store in Brooklyn to the original and abandoned Hall of Fame in the Bronx, the author takes us on a magical mystery tour through the city many people think they know. Each entry presents a brief and compelling description of a hidden park, historical site, niche shop, etc and is accompanied by a charming four-color illustration by the author. Divided into chapters titled Hidden History, Humble Parks, On the Street, Shopping Spree, Quiet Realms, Central Park, and Excusions, Jesse Richards reveals to us such extraordinary sites as the first Hall of Fame, a church where an attempted assassination took place in the 1800&’s, a part of the Bronx that resembles Capri, the many pocket parks hidden in plain sight, the less frequented corners of Central Park, unusual shops conveying surprising items for all ages, a waterfall tunnel in midtown, and so much more. Also included are curated walks to lead you to several sites in an afternoon. There&’s a Downtown River Walk, Neighborhood Parks Walk, Midtown Book-Lover&’s Walk, and a Hidden Central Park Walk.
Unknown Shore: The Lost History of England's Arctic Colony
by Robert RubyThe true story of how the first English colony in the New World was lost to history, then found again three hundred years later.England's first attempt at colonizing the New World was not at Roanoke or Jamestown, but on a mostly frozen small island in the Canadian Arctic. Queen Elizabeth I called that place Meta Incognita -- the Unknown Shore. Backed by Elizabeth I and her key advisors, including the legendary spymaster Sir Francis Walsingham and the shadowy Dr. John Dee, the erstwhile pirate Sir Martin Frobisher set out three times across the North Atlantic, in the process leading what is still the largest Arctic expedition in history. In this forbidding place, Frobisher believed he had discovered vast quantities of gold, the fabled Northwest Passage to the riches of Cathay, and a suitable place for a year-round colony. But Frobisher's dream turned into a nightmare, and his colony was lost to history for nearly three centuries.In this brilliantly conceived dual narrative, Robert Ruby interweaves Frobisher's saga with that of the nineteenth-century American Charles Francis Hall, whose explorations of this same landscape enabled him to hear the oral history of the Inuit, passed down through generations. It was these stories that unlocked the mystery of Frobisher's lost colony.Unknown Shore is the story of two men's travels, and of what these men shared three centuries apart. Ultimately, it is a tale of men driven by greed and ambition, of the hard labor of exploration, of the Inuit and their land, and of great gambles gone wrong.
Unlikely Pilgrim: A Journey into History and Faith
by Alfred RegneryTwo middle-aged men, fast friends, make eleven foreign trips—pilgrimages you might call them —to parts of the world rich in the history of Christianity. The trips combine adventure, strenuous physical activity, exhilaration, discovery, and friendship. Three of the journeys were to Western Europe; six were to Eastern Europe and the Balkans and two to the Middle East. The trips were spontaneous and unplanned, often requiring improvisation along the way. Told in a lighthearted and often amusing style, An Unlikely Pilgrim provides a vivid and colorful picture of parts of the world often out of the range of American tourists, but deep in both ancient and current geopolitical, historical, and cultural wealth.
Uno Stato, una guida - Alabama Scoprite il solito e l'insolito
by Amber Richards Debora SerrentinoQuando gli abitanti del posto vogliono sapere le ultime notizie sul loro stato, si rivolgono alla collana di Amber Richards, Esploriamo l’America! Ecco perché anche i viaggiatori acquistano questa collana. È molto più di una semplice guida turistica, questa edizione stato per stato, richiama gli abitanti, gli eventi, il bello, il cibo, i panorami e i personaggi che DOVETE assolutamente vedere e provare se volete poter dire “Io sono stato lì”. Non è una tipica guida turistica, nel senso che non è incentrata su dove mangiare e dove alloggiare, ma piuttosto su dove andare e cosa provare per cogliere il vero significato dell’Alabama. In questa edizione Amber si è servita della collaborazione di un abitante del posto per svelare la ricca eredità storica dell’Alabama. Da attrazioni ben conosciute con la loro storia, a esperienze meno note ed esplorate, Amber Richards mette l’Alabama a portata di mano!
The Unofficial Disney Parks Cookbook: From Delicious Dole Whip to Tasty Mickey Pretzels, 100 Magical Disney-Inspired Recipes (Unofficial Cookbook)
by Ashley CraftExperience the magic of the Disney Parks right in your kitchen with these 100, easy and delicious recipes inspired by Walt Disney World!Stroll right down the middle of Main Street USA, journey from Adventureland to Infinity and Beyond at Pixar Pier, and explore every avenue in between to taste the flavors of the Disney Parks…all without leaving your kitchen. With The Unofficial Disney Parks Cookbook you can bring the magic of Disneyland and Walt Disney World snacks and treats right to your home. Recreate favorites like the classic Dole Whip and Mickey Pretzels to new favorites like blue milk from Star Wars land and Jack Jack&’s Cookie Num Nums from Pixar Pier. These 100 recipes inspired by iconic yummies are perfect whether you are a forever Disney fan or just love a good snack. Now you can feel as if you shared a snack with Mickey himself right from the comfort of your own home!
The Unofficial Disney Parks Cookbooks Boxed Set: The Unofficial Disney Parks Cookbook, The Unofficial Disney Parks EPCOT Cookbook, The Unofficial Disney Parks Restaurants Cookbook (Unofficial Cookbook Gift Series)
by Ashley CraftEnjoy all the magic of Disney cooking in one complete set containing The Unofficial Disney Parks Cookbook, The Unofficial Disney Parks EPCOT Cookbook, and The Unofficial Disney Parks Restaurants Cookbook from bestselling author Ashley Craft.The Unofficial Disney Parks Cookbook Boxed Set bring together popular cookbooks from bestselling author Ashley Craft. The collection provides you with delicious recipes to recreate your favorite meals from Walt Disney World and Disneyland right at home. The Unofficial Disney Parks Cookbook: This book features 100 recipes from each of the Disney parks in Florida and California featuring beloved recipes like Mickey Pretzels and Dole Whip. The Unofficial Disney Parks EPCOT Cookbook: This book helps you eat and drink your way around the world with copycat recipes from the pavilions and festivals at Walt Disney World&’s EPCOT. The Unofficial Disney Parks Restaurants Cookbook: With recipes from both Walt Disney World and Disneyland, these recipes will help you explore the table service and quick service restaurants throughout the parks…right from your very own kitchens. This boxed set offers you the ultimate collection of Disney-themed recipes for every meal and occasion.
The Unofficial Disney Parks Drink Recipe Book: From LeFou's Brew to the Jedi Mind Trick, 100+ Magical Disney-Inspired Drinks (Unofficial Cookbook)
by Ashley CraftSkip the crowded bar, coffee shop, and restaurant and bring the magic of Disney&’s drinks right your home with over 100 easy, delicious drink recipes inspired by the Disney Parks.Raise a glass to bringing the magic of Disney straight to your home with The Unofficial Disney Parks Drink Recipe Book. From coffee and tea to milkshakes and slushies to mocktails and cocktails, this book features over 100 of your favorite beverages from the happiest place on Earth. Recipes are taken straight from your favorite restaurants and cafes throughout the Disney Parks and resorts. You&’ll learn to make delicious, unique drinks without waiting in line including: -Coffees and teas, like Frozen Cappuccino from Joffrey&’s and Teddy&’s Tea from Jock Lindsey&’s Hangar Bar -Fruity drinks and slushies like Frozen Sunshine from Beaches and Cream and the Goofy Glacier from Goofy&’s Candy Company -Mocktails and cocktails like the Sparkling No-Jito from the Tambu Lounge or the La Cava Avocado from Mexico in Epcot -And dessert drinks like the Peanut Butter and Jelly Milkshake from 50's Prime Time Café or the Dole Whip Float from Aloha Isle Perfect for Disney fans everywhere who want to experience those familiar flavors right from the comfort of their home, The Unofficial Disney Parks Drink Recipe Book has all the recipes you&’ll need to make luscious libations worthy of the Mouse himself.
The Unofficial Disney Parks EPCOT Cookbook: From School Bread in Norway to Macaron Ice Cream Sandwiches in France, 100 EPCOT-Inspired Recipes for Eating and Drinking Around the World (Unofficial Cookbook Gift Series)
by Ashley CraftBring EPCOT&’s beloved global fare right to your kitchen with this next installment to the bestselling Unofficial Disney Parks Cookbook series.The Honey Chocolate Baklava from Morocco all the way to the Tangerine Kakigōri from Japan, EPCOT arguably has the best food at the Disney Parks. And now, you can bring the delicious snacks, meals, and drinks straight to your own kitchen with The Unofficial Disney Parks EPCOT Cookbook. Featuring 100 recipes from each of the EPCOT Pavilions and festivals, you&’ll learn how to make: -Jumbo Pretzels from Sommerfest in the Germany Pavilion -Fish and Chips from Yorkshire County Fish Shop in the United Kingdom Pavilion -Avocado Margaritas from La Cava del Tequila in the Mexico Pavilion -Macaron Ice Cream Sandwiches from L&’Artisan des Glaces in the France Pavilion -And much more! Perfect for everyone from EPCOT experts who miss those flavors in between trips to Disney fans who have never visited the parks but still want to enjoy the classic worldly flavors, The Unofficial Disney Parks EPCOT Cookbook has all the recipes you&’ll need to make treats worthy of the Mouse himself.
The Unofficial Disney Parks Holidays Cookbook: From Strawberry Red Velvet Whoopie Pies to Christmas Wreath Doughnuts, 100 Magical Dishes Inspired by Disney's Holiday Celebrations and Events (Unofficial Cookbook Gift Series)
by Ashley CraftThe magic of the holidays meets the magic of Disney right in your very own kitchen with these 100 recipes inspired by Walt Disney World and Disneyland&’s hottest holiday celebrations, festivals, and special events all year long.Bring the magic of Disney&’s holiday celebrations straight to your kitchen with The Unofficial Disney Parks Holidays Cookbook! From festivals and holidays to other special events throughout the year, this book features 100 recipes for the best food items Disney&’s annual celebrations have to offer. You&’ll learn to make: -Valentine Swirl Dole Whip from The Tropical Hideaway for Valentine&’s Day -Frozen Apple Cider from ABC Commissary at Halloween -The Patriots Platter at Liberty Tree Tavern for a classic Thanksgiving meal -The Lock Shock and Barrel Sundae from Auntie Gravity&’s at Christmas -And much more! Perfect for everyone from Disney experts who miss those familiar flavors in between trips to fans who have never visited the Parks but still have Mickey&’s Very Merry Christmas Party on their bucket list, The Unofficial Disney Parks Holidays Cookbook has all the recipes you need to make a celebratory dish worthy of the Mouse himself.
The Unofficial Disney Parks Restaurants Cookbook: From Cafe Orleans's Battered & Fried Monte Cristo to Hollywood & Vine's Caramel Monkey Bread, 100 Magical Dishes from the Best Disney Dining Destinations (Unofficial Cookbook Gift Series)
by Ashley CraftSkip the reservation and bring the magic of Disney&’s restaurants straight to your kitchen with these 100 recipes inspired by Walt Disney World&’s and Disneyland&’s hottest restaurants.Recreate popular restaurant favorites right in your own home from appetizers and main dishes to refreshing drinks and popular desserts. The Unofficial Disney Parks Restaurants Cookbook features 100 table service and quick service restaurant favorites to help you make your own Disney-inspired menu. You&’ll learn to make: -Tiffins Signature Bread Service from Tiffins -Fried Chicken Dinner from Plaza Inn -Herb-Salted Pork Tenderloin from Be Our Guest -Chocolate Cake from Satu&’li Canteen -Proton Punch from Pym&’s Tasting Lab -And much more! Perfect for everyone from Disney experts who miss those familiar flavors in between trips to fans who have never visited the Parks but still want to have the full restaurant experience, The Unofficial Disney Parks Restaurants Cookbook has all the recipes you need to make a meal worthy of the Mouse himself.
The Unofficial Dollywood Cookbook: From Frannie's Famous Fried Chicken Sandwiches to Grist Mill Cinnamon Bread, 100 Delicious Dollywood-Inspired Recipes! (Unofficial Cookbook)
by Erin BrowneBring the fun of Dollywood right to your own kitchen with 100 of the most delicious foods from Dollywood and its surrounding parks.From favorite snacks and main dishes to refreshing drinks and popular desserts, Dollywood has some incredible food. And now, you can recreate all of your favorites—and discover some new favorites—with these 100 recipes in The Unofficial Dollywood Cookbook. You&’ll learn to make: -Frannie&’s Famous Fried Chicken Sandwich from Grandstand Café -Meatloaf Stackers from Granny Ogle&’s Ham &‘n&’ Beans -Fruity Pebbles Funnel Cakes from Crossroads Funnel Cakes -And much more! Perfect for everyone from Dollywood super fans who miss those familiar flavors in between trips to fans who have never visited but still want to experience the amazing food, The Unofficial Dollywood Cookbook has all the recipes you&’ll need to make treats worthy of Dolly Parton herself.
The Unofficial Guide: The Color Companion to Walt Disney World
by Len Testa Bob SehlingerFollowing in the best-selling tradition of The Unofficial Guides series, The Unofficial Guide: The Color Companion to Walt Disney World gives readers the inside track on visiting Disney World and making the most of their time in the park. <P><P>Complete with hundreds of full-color photographs, this essential visual guide is a must-have for any Disney World vacation. With hundreds of pages of highly detailed information on planning, staying, and surviving a visit to Walt Disney World, The Color Companion by Bob Sehlinger and Len Testa takes the Unofficial approach while also showing readers exactly where they'll be staying and what they'll be doing, all in a trim little book that's perfect for tucking into a backpack.
Unofficial Guide to Disney Cruise Line 2016
by Len Testa Erin Foster Laurel Stewart Ritchey HalphenConsumer advice on the best value for your money with Disney's cruise offerings, including ships, staterooms, shore excursions, and more.
The Unofficial Guide to Disneyland 2014
by Len Testa Bob Sehlinger Seth KuberskyA great destination and thorough preparation are what make a wonderful vacation, and The Unofficial Guide to Disneyland makes Disneyland one of the most accessible theme parks in the world. With advice that is direct, prescriptive, and detailed, it takes the guesswork out of the reader's vacation. Whether they are at Disneyland for a day or a week, there is a plan for any group or family. They can enjoy the rides, activities, and entertainment instead of spending their time in lines.Comprehensive information is presented in a way that permits easy comparisons and that facilitates decision making. There are detailed plans and profiles of hotels, restaurants, and attractions that are presented in "at-a-glance" formats that provide for near instant communication of the most salient information. Profiles are supplemented by indexes. In short, we've got a plan for every reader.The Unofficial Guide to Disneyland's research team is a multi-disciplinary group consisting, among others, of data collectors, computer scientists, statisticians, and psychologists. Their singular goal is to provide a guide that will let you get it right the first time and every time. With their help, advice, and touring plans the reader will have a one-up on anyone else not using The Unofficial Guide to Disneyland. The book is the key to planning a perfect vacation in a great destination location.
The Unofficial Guide to Disneyland 2015
by Bob Sehlinger Len Testa Seth KuberskyThe Unofficial Guide to Disneyland by Bob Sehlinger & Seth Kubersky makes Disneyland one of the most accessible theme parks in the world. With advice that is direct, prescriptive, and detailed, it takes the guesswork out of the reader's vacation. Whether they are at Disneyland for a day or a week, there is a plan for any group or family. They can enjoy the entertainment instead of spending their time in lines.Comprehensive information is presented in a way that permits easy comparisons and facilitates decision-making. Detailed plans and profiles of hotels, restaurants, and attractions are presented in "at-a-glance" formats, providing for effortless communication of the most salient information. Profiles are supplemented by indexes. In short, we've got a plan for every reader.The Unofficial Guide to Disneyland's research team is a multi-disciplinary group consisting, among others, of data collectors, computer scientists, statisticians, and psychologists. Their singular goal is to provide a guide that lets you get it right the first time, and every time. With their help, advice, and touring plans, readers have a one-up on anyone else not using The Unofficial Guide to Disneyland. The book is the key to planning a perfect vacation in a great destination location.
The Unofficial Guide to Disneyland 2016
by Bob Sehlinger Seth Kubersky Len Testa Guy Selga Jr.The Unofficial Guide to Disneyland is the most thorough guide for Disneyland that has ever been written. In any given amount of time you'll get 30% more rides, entertainment, and fun.
The Unofficial Guide to Las Vegas 2014
by Bob SehlingerNevada should make The Unofficial Guide to Las Vegas the official guide to Vegas because there is not a better one. With insightful writing, up-to-date reviews of major attractions, and a lot of "local" knowledge, this book has it all. Compiled and written by a team of experienced researchers whose work has been cited by such diverse sources as USA Today and Operations Research Forum, The Unofficial Guide to Las Vegas digs deeper and offers more than can any single author. This is the only guide that explains how Las Vegas works and how to use that knowledge to make every minute and every dollar of your time there count. With advice that is direct, prescriptive, and detailed, it takes out the guesswork. Eclipsing the usual list of choices, it unambiguously rates and ranks everything from hotels, restaurants, and attractions to rental car companies. With The Unofficial Guide to Las Vegas, you know what's available in every category, from the best to the worst. It is the one guide that will put you in the driver's seat.The reader will also find the sections about the history of the town and the chapters on gambling fascinating. Every gambler should be required to read this book cover to cover before they spend a vacation contributing to the casinos all the money that it takes to run all those flashing lights. In truth, The Unofficial Guide to Las Vegas emphasizes how to have fun and understand the crazy environment that is today's Vegas. It's a keeper.
The Unofficial Guide to Las Vegas 2016
by Bob SehlingerThe Unofficial Guide to Las Vegas is indispensable and a tourist's best friend. It is the one guide that explains how Las Vegas works and how to get the most from a visit.